Girl's bikini "Meijes Bikini/Mädchen Bikini/Bikini
Girl's bikini "Meijes Bikini/Mädchen Bikini/Bikini was recalled on 29 July 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0718/11. Strangulation risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of strangulation because the bikini has a drawstring for adjusting the size around the throat area.
| Alert Number | 0718/11 |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | The Netherlands |
| Model Number | 2504634, EAN/GTIN: 8717729391501 |
| Published | 29 July 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation because the bikini has a drawstring for adjusting the size around the throat area. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Tie-up bikini, top and bottom. The bikini is packaged in a 14 cm x 14 cm plastic package along with a cardboard photograph of the product as a background.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Girl's bikini "Meijes Bikini/Mädchen Bikini/Bikini.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.